In this video we will replace a Honda 3.5L V6 Timing Belt & Water Pump. The vehicle that I'm working on is a 2011 Pilot but the procedure is the same from the Ridgeline and the Odyssey as well. This 3.5L engine has been used for a very long time and is very common between many Honda and Acura models. The timing belt, water pump, tensioner, and idlers are wear parts that must be replaced at the 100k mile service. I also installed a fresh thermostat while I had the coolant drained from the engine. While doing the timing belt and water pump replacement I found the motor mount under the computer needed to be replaced as well. So, it's a good time to do a general inspection of your engine compartment while you have the vehicle apart. Here are some of the tools and parts that I used to complete the timing belt service:

Tools:
Crank Pulley Holding Tool: https://amzn.to/3gT8a8Z
19mm Crank Bolt Socket: https://amzn.to/2F5Pu8t
Full Set of Crank Pulley Sockets: https://amzn.to/3bqVncQ
Impact Gun: https://amzn.to/3jO3kvz

Parts:
Timing Kit: https://amzn.to/35fVRS3
Thermostat: https://amzn.to/2QRiWll
Thermostat Gasket: https://amzn.to/3lPdnlS
Motor Mount: https://amzn.to/3jHxNLG
Concentrated Coolant (needs diluted): https://amzn.to/2QSQboE
Diluted Coolant: https://amzn.to/351AhAi

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